The industrial-grade hub unique feature are its glowing USB-C ports that change from green to blue once connected. This serves as a great visual indicator that a solid port connection has been made. Each of the USB 3.1 Gen1 seven data ports supports up to 1.5A of power output. Operating USB equipment such as printers, scanners, portable drives, virtual reality gear and others are not a problem.

The CGL-6PC2PAH supports self-power through a 2-wire plug from an external 12V power supply (sold separately) which supports the single port #8 25W charging.